Los Alamos Police And LANL Collaborate To Locate Lab Subcontractor Wanted For Discharging Firearm Into Ceiling Of Local Hotel
Mathew True
LAPD News:
On the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, Los Alamos police officers were dispatched to the Hampton Inn at 124 N.M. 4 in White Rock in response to a report of suspicious circumstances.
During the course of the investigation, officers determined that on the night of Saturday, Sept. 6, an individual staying in one of the hotel rooms had discharged a firearm into the ceiling of the room.
The individual was identified as Mathew True, a resident of Tehachapi, Calif., and a subcontractor at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
With the cooperation and assistance of LANL personnel, Read More
Are We Alone In The Universe? Explore The Search For Life Beyond Earth With PEEC Sept. 19
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PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the public to a thought-provoking evening under the stars with astrophysicist Joyce Guzik. The presentation, Exoplanets and the Search for Life, will take place at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19.
In the last two decades, astronomers have confirmed the existence of thousands of exoplanets—planets that orbit stars outside our solar system. But what does this mean for the search for life? In this engaging talk, Guzik will explore the frontiers of astrobiology and exoplanet Read More
Have A Corny Time At Coronado Historic Site’s Ranger Read & Learn Sept. 20
NMDCA News:
In a partnership with the Martha Liebert Public Library in Bernalillo, Coronado Historic Site offers a “Ranger Read and Learn” story time that is free and geared toward children ages 3–7 years old.
From 10–11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, we are going to talk about how the Pueblo people who lived at Kuaua Pueblo grew and used corn. A ranger will read the children’s book, “Corn/Maiz” by Doreen Gonzales, and then show children how to grind corn with a metate by hand and make simple piki bread. Children will also have the opportunity to make a beaded corn cob to take home. Read More
UWNNM Opens Grant Portal For 2026 Funding Requests
UWNNM News:
United Way Northern New Mexico is thrilled to announce that our grant portal is now open for 2026 funding requests! We invite eligible 501(c)3 nonprofits serving residents in Los Alamos and/or Rio Arriba counties to apply for support that will help address critical needs within our communities.
Our mission is to uplift local nonprofits through strategic funding that targets the most pressing needs. We are eager to support programs and operations that make a tangible difference in our identified impact areas:
- Education/Youth Mentorship: Empowering young people to reach their
ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® On New Mexico Piñon Coffee As Official Coffee Sponsor
BALLOON FIESTA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, set to launch Oct. 4-12, 2025, is soaring to new heights with a new local partner. New Mexico Piñon Coffee is the official coffee sponsor for this year’s event, welcoming thousands of visitors to Albuquerque’s painted skies.
New Mexico Piñon Coffee, a staple in New Mexico since 1994, will warm guests with a variety of locally inspired flavors. Today, it is one of the largest roasters in New Mexico, capturing the essence of the Land of Enchantment with every product it releases. From its logo design Read More
Caballo Lake State Park Opens Boat Ramp Due To Improved Water Levels
Caballo Lake during and after boat ramp closure. Courtesy/EMNRD
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — Caballo Lake State Park has opened access to the boat ramp for use by motorized boats due to improved water levels. The elevation of Caballo Reservoir was reduced this summer as the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) removed excessive debris which began to impact the dam’s intake structure. Reclamation began to proactively address the issue in July before additional storms occurred by using boats and personnel to skim the floating debris from the reservoir surface, successfully removing more than 17 Read More
12th Latino Conservation Week Kicks Off Sept. 13-21
HAF News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — From Sept. 13–21, communities throughout the country will enjoy and connect with the great outdoors during the 12th annual Latino Conservation Week (LCW), an initiative of Hispanic Access Foundation. Latino communities, organizations, businesses, churches, families, and individuals will participate in a variety of activities, both in-person and virtual, such as hikes, kayaking, park clean-ups, panel discussions, scavenger hunts, film screenings, etc., with more than 360 anticipated events being celebrated nationwide.
“Latino Conservation Week Read More
Teen Movie Night September Lineup
JJAB News:
The Teen Movie Night schedule for the remainder of September is:
- Sept. 13 – The Breakfast Club (also free VR night)
- Sept. 20 – Kubo and the Two Strings
- Sept. 27 – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
The schedule and all of the details are available on our website www.losalamosjjab.com Read More
Op-Ed: The Saltwater Dilemma: Innovation At The Heart Of The American Southwest
By ZACARIAH L. HILDENBRAND, Ph.D. and KEVIN A. SCHUG, Ph.D.
Medusa Analytical
In the arid heart of Southeastern New Mexico, something remarkable is happening. Eddy and Lea counties—once quiet corners of the American Southwest—are now producing over a million barrels of oil per day, outpacing entire nations like Venezuela and Oman. But this boom comes with a byproduct that’s stirring both controversy and innovation: produced water.
This salty, chemical-laden fluid is a result of hydraulic fracturing, where water, sand, and additives are injected deep underground to release oil and gas Read More
C’YA Showcases College & Military Day Sept. 5
The first Friday of September, Champions of Youth Ambitions showcases College & Military day to demonstrate a lifelong path of learning. Here, LACDC team members, including (left to right): Alison Watkins, new Assistant Chamber Director (wearing Colorado School of Mines), Chamber Director Sandy Jones (Tennessee), LACDC Executive Director Lauren McDaniel (Illinois) and Small Business Center Building Manager Clarice Rodriguez (Mines). Courtesy photo
Notification Of Depressurization Activities For Flanged Tritium Waste Containers
LANL News:
Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) will begin depressurization of four Flanged Tritium Waste Containers.
The operation is scheduled to take place over a two-week period and avoids impacting neighboring Pueblo Feast Days.
It also considers weather conditions to ensure activities occur at the best and safest time possible.
NNSA and LANL look forward to the successful completion of this project and are committed to providing the public with information about various aspects of the operation. Read More
VFW Post 5610 Invites Public To Unveiling Of POW/MIA Memorial Project Sept. 19
DPU Publishes 4th Quarter Report
COUNTY News:
DPU’s Quarterly Performance Report for Q4 of FY2025 has been published and can be found online at: https://ladpu.com/FY25Q4. Read More
YMCA Youth Basketball Registration Is Officially Extended Through Sept. 14
Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting Sept. 30
NMHCA News:
The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the third meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3). The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all three branches of government and community stakeholders to transform behavioral health services statewide.
Public participation is encouraged as we work together to build a stronger, more equitable behavioral health Read More
Toppers Win Match With St. Mike’s Horsemen 4-0
The Toppers hosted the St Mikes Horsemen to a nonconference match played on Sullivan Field Monday afternoon and won 4-0. The match was close, but the Toppers pulled ahead late in the second half and scored 4 unanswered goals for the win 4-0. Here Connor Lattimore tries to steal the ball from Max Herbert in front of the Horsemen’s goal in the first period. Photo by JohnMcHale/ladailypost.com
Topper goalie Kenny Linn makes a goal saving catch in the first period. He made 6 saves for the match. Photo by JohnMcHale/ladailypost.com
Taelin Stanfield kicks one of the two goals he had for the match. Photo Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Announces Prescribed Fire Projects
SFNF News:
SANTA FE —The Santa Fe National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations in September, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through the fall and winter as weather conditions allow.
Prescribed fire helps reduce overgrown vegetation to protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from catastrophic wildfires.
The following prescribed fire projects are tentatively planned:
Jemez Ranger District
- Holiday North
- Acres: 853
- Location: Holiday Mesa approximately 3 miles northwest of the village of Jemez Springs
- Smoke: Smoke
Fostering At Santa Fe Animal Shelter
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COMMUNITY News:
Summer is tough on animal shelters with summer ending trips and back to school schedules. Did you know that animal shelters never completely accomplish their goal, even during a period of many adoptions, a surplus of furry friends. Santa Fe Animal Shelter is in need once again and while you may not be able to adopt, there are lots of ways to help.
Perhaps you could foster an animal, but there’s no extra money in the budget? No problem, New Hope will provide everything you need to accomplish the objective.
Here, the New Hope adoptions team lays out some Read More
EM-LA, N3B To Discuss Legacy Waste Program Overview Today, Sept. 10 At SALA
N3B News:
Are you curious about the legacy cleanup mission at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)? Do you want to learn more about the progress made over the past year to protect our environment and safely dispose of radioactive waste? Please join us for a community meeting at the SALA event center from 5–7 p.m., Sept. 10, 2025. We want to hear from you.
The meeting will be hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office (EM-LA) and its contractor, Newport News Nuclear BWXT-Los Alamos, LLC (N3B).
This event will feature discussions on:
- The
Roadwork Begins On NM 4 In Jemez Pueblo
NMDOT News:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will begin a pavement preservation project on approximately 2.5 miles of NM 4 in Jemez Pueblo Sept. 15, 2025, weather permitting.
Roadwork will take place from mile marker 4.5 to 7.2 through the Pueblo of Jemez.
Work is expected to be completed by mid-October, weather permitting. Brasier Asphalt, the contractor for the District Six project, will perform work between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
A pilot car and flagger operation will be in place. Drivers should expect lane closures, delays, and plan travel accordingly. Read More
